To our online friends,

Many of you are already wondering what Howl-O-Scream will look like in 2012. It’s no surprise your interest is already piqued … Howl-O-Scream is one of our most popular events of the year. Where else can you find such a unique blend of daytime family fun and thrilling nighttime haunts?

During this time of year Water Country USA is closed and buttoned up for the season. The Water Country USA team gets the opportunity to come support our sister park, Busch Gardens. The past two months we have helped operate the “13 Your Numbers Up” and “Bitten” haunted houses for Howl-O-Scream. I spent 17 years working at Busch Gardens, so I especially enjoy seeing old friends and working back in my home park.

Beware this Throwback Thursday, stay off The Beaten Path. Halloween is right around the corner.

Ripper Row from Howl-O-Scream in 2008 is this Throwback Thursday's photo. Who remembers the frightening sight of Ripper Row?

This Howl-O-Scream Throwback Thursday is from 2006. Do you remember Rockin' Eve's Countdown to Midnight?

Triskaidekaphobia translates to the fear of the number 13 and after you visit Howl-O-Scream you’ll have a whole new reason to fear this number. If you’ve made a visit to Howl-O-Scream this year, hopefully you’ve survived our newest maze, 13: Your Number’s Up in Ireland.